Abstract:

In this paper I will describe my inquiry journey thus far. My inquiry question explores how to teach in a way which is culturally responsive to BC Indigenous students. The new BC curricula has incorporated some First Nations content into every subject in kindergarten through to grade 12. Teaching First Nations content is an example of teaching about something, whereas teaching through a culturally responsive perspective looks much different in practice (Ebersole et al. 2016). On my practicum, I will teach in a culturally responsive manor by incorporating story-telling techniques such as humor and repetition, as well as giving my students autonomy by allowing them choices. In the future, I would like to explore ways to generate school-wide initiatives which support culturally responsive teaching for Indigenous students.